Overview
A documentary film about the life of pianist and jazz great Thelonious Monk. Features live performances by Monk and his band, and interviews with friends and family about the offbeat genius.
Production
Malpaso Productions · Michael Blackwood Productions · Monk Film Project
Cast & Characters
Jimmy Cleveland
Self
Thelonious Monk
Self (archive footage)
John Coltrane
Self (archive footage)
Nellie Monk
Self
Samuel E. Wright
Self - Narrator (voice)
Harry Colomby
Self
Nica De Koenigswarter
Self
Directors & Crew
Charlotte Zwerin
Director
Bruce Ricker
Producer
Charlotte Zwerin
Producer
Screenshots & Stills
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